Wild Animal Control Service & Pest Control in Avon, IL

Squirrel Control Services

Squirrel Removal From Attics

Nuisance squirrels in an attic present the same problems as mice but just on a larger scale as they can gnaw faster resulting in greater damage. The damage these nuisance animals create in an attic is usually never covered by homeowners insurance given that they are a rodent. Squirrel damage in an attic ranges from gnawed wires to trampling and urination on insulation or exterior holes that allow water to enter creating water damage and mold issues along with other unwanted guest from bugs to bats to enter. Our professional humane squirrel removal company in Avon gets to the bottom of pest squirrel problems and stop them with numerous effective squirrel trapping set ups without needing extermination. We offer all services after successful squirrel removal ranging from squirrel odor removal and nesting removal to squirrel exclusion and damage repairs with squirrel proof steel. Squirrels can be a real pain especially when they have 2 litters of young per year. If you are having issues with nuisance squirrels in your attic don’t hesitate to call us for a consultation. We offer squirrel control packages as well for large colonies.

Skunk Removal & Control

Humane Nuisance Skunk Trapping

Damage Prevention From Lawn Grubbing Skunks

We remove skunks in Avon frequently but can honestly say we love skunks, they are cute, docile animals when dealt with correctly are surprisingly very smart with a reputation for being smarter and a better pet then a house cat. If it were legal in Illinois we might even have a few…however we would never want one living under our deck or stoop so we know just how you feel when you want to get rid of a pest skunk on your property. Believe it or not we have had several clients call the gas company or fire department before calling us for skunk trapping services because they thought the sulfur in the skunk essence was a gas leak. The sulfur in skunk spray is what temporarily blinds animals threatening the skunks life. We offer professional skunk odor removal for skunk spray that is just unbearable which is usually best done after skunk trapping is performed. There is a special process for skunk control that always starts with humane skunk trapping because nothing can be done effectively with a live skunk spraying. Unfortunately we do encounter dead skunks from poisoning or natural causes usually disease. When we have a dead skunk under a deck of concrete stoop we try and remove it as soon as possible as the smell will last for periods of 6+ months very strongly. This is best accomplished by digging till the carcass can be found and removed, a very long process. If you’re looking for professional skunk control to eradicate nuisance animals by humane trapping give us a call today for a phone consultation for skunk removal or skunk odor removal.

Humane Raccoon Trapping & Control

Raccoon Baby Removal & Eviction Services

Nuisance raccoons in an attic present two huge issues. Attic insulation damage causing a big rise in heating & cooling bills and the parasite ridden feces filled with raccoon roundworm eggs. Raccoons establish community latrines sites where they repeatedly deposit fresh feces. Raccoon feces can carry millions of roundworm eggs that lay dormant for years and can infect domestic cats and dogs, so raccoon removal is very important Raccoons are powerful animals and to be quite honest, almost every home is at risk of raccoons entering the attic because of their agility and power. Nuisance raccoons chew through roof shingles and wood, boar through soffits, tear down siding and fascia boards and pop open attic fans & vents to get inside an attic. Our raccoon removal company in Avon, IL tackles all types of pest raccoon control situations with various types of traps and raccoon exclusion, custom fabricated out of steel to insure once we get rid of raccoons they are gone for good. If you have a raccoon that has broken into your attic you are in luck about one thing, homeowners insurance usually covers the damage they do and takes care of the damaged insulation ruined by the raccoons walking and trampling around. Attic re-insulation due to raccoon damage is best done once the problem raccoons are removed and the raccoon entry points are sealed up professionally. We guarantee all of our raccoon proofing for quality of materials and workmanship. If you have a raccoon in your attic that you need to get rid of, call us today. We will send out a technician to get your humane raccoon trapping process started as well as an agent to estimate damage and work directly with your homeowners insurance on attic restoration.

Spotting Evidence of Raccoon Infestations

3 Types of Plants That Repel Raccoons

Hearing Noises in Your Attic? You May Have Nuisance Raccoons in Your Attic!

With the cooler temperatures of fall fast approaching, many of us will be relying on the comfort of our homes to keep us warm, but we are not the only ones taking advantage of the warmth and shelter provided by our homes. Many species of wildlife find refuge from the elements in our homes as well. Partially due to the continual loss of habitat caused by Urban Sprawl, wild animals are forced to find new places to live. What better place than our warm, dry, climate controlled homes.

Urban Sprawl is the term coined for the continuing development of wild habitat for the growth of our human population. New subdivisions and shopping centers are popping up all over the place to meet the demands of people in the Richmond area. The wildlife that lived in these areas face a dilemma, they can move, adapt, or die. The vast majority of wild animals choose one of the first two options. Many species such as squirrels, bats, raccoons, foxes, and opossums have become masters at adapting to life in the city and suburbs. Bird feeders, trash cans, and pet food provide constant food sources and our homes provide the best possible shelter. Many species of wildlife live rent free in or under our sheds, attics, and crawl spaces.

Wildlife sharing our homes may cause several problems. They can cause thousands of dollars worth of damage. Chewing holes through siding and vents can lead to future problems with water damage. Chewing on electrical wiring and creation of leaf nests in attics can lead to increased fire hazards. Destruction of insulation leads to higher energy costs. These are only a few of the risks. Other problems include risks of disease such as Rabies and Histoplasmosis. Histoplasmosis is caused by a fungus associated with bird and bat feces.

It is important to take measures to prevent wildlife from taking up residence in your home. You should inspect your attic and crawl space for evidence of entry. Make sure your crawl space door seals properly. Look for evidence of digging around the home. Make sure your trash cans are sealed tightly. Feed pets inside, or remove pet food after meal time. Finally, if you enjoy feeding birds and bird watching, consider scattering the seed throughout the tree lines and bushes around your yard instead of concentrating the seed in feeders. Consider contacting a professional wildlife control operator to inspect your home and perform any exclusion work needed. They can also provide removal and waste remediation if you have wildlife living in your home already. Make sure that anyone that you hire has Liability insurance for working with wildlife and has the proper licensing or permits required by your state.

Spotting Evidence of Raccoon Infestations

Wildlife Removal

Skunk Removal and Skunk Control Around Your Home

Working as a wildlife control technician perhaps is not necessarily a career choice for most people. Nevertheless, wildlife control is a growing and profitable industry. As urban centers expand outward the number of wildlife issues increases.

Wildlife or animal control technicians primarily deal with the removal of unwanted animals. In most cases, and particularly in North America it is a profession associated with pest control. The primary difference is that to work as pest control technician one needs to hold a structural exterminator license. Wildlife technicians do not necessarily need to be licensed. Animal control technicians need to deal with trapping, removing and relocating animals. In most cases, no licensing is necessary. Nevertheless, having experience is always a good thing.

This occupation requires extensive knowledge concerning the specific animals. Prior to wildlife animals' removal or exclusion, these technicians have to acquire background knowledge and special training about the life cycles, natural habitats, and also how to remove wildlife animals with safe. They have to acknowledge the ecosystem balance and the importance of preserving the natural habitats of these wildlife animals once they are removed from the neighboring environment.

In many cases, wildlife technicians conduct sampling and surveying data in order to establish management plans for preserving wildlife and their natural habitats aiming to prevent these animals return back to your properties. Consequently, their work areas are not limited to housing areas, but also remote areas and forests.

Most animal control technicians are operating in small independent companies. If you are thinking of entering the profession you should find a few local companies and apply. You can find an entry level job without any experience. In the case that you decide to get into the industry on your own you will need to make an investment in tools and equipment. Technicians use traps and baits, pickup trucks and in some cases carry some gear to make minor repairs and proofing.

Once you get all your gear you can start looking for work. Creating a website to market your services is always a good idea. Also keep in mind that there is market for wildlife control services on popular local and online classified portals. Plan ahead for the spring months as that is the high season in this industry but begin organizing your operation in the fall. Overall, wildlife control offers good career opportunities. It is a growing industry in North America, in both the U.S. and Canada.

I called US Wildlife because we have a raccoon in our attic again. Happened 2 years ago. I spoke to Mario in a complete sleep deprived panic. He said they weren’t licensed in Wisconsin so they weren’t able to come out but gave me a local company recommendation. He then preceded to talk to me about my situation and listened to me vent a bit. My husband was out of town and I was lost. He Made some suggestions and confirmed my thoughts that we have to get our attic restored to not draw raccoons back after the clear destruction that has occurred. At this point he knew he was getting no business from me because of licensing but still listened to me and helped me figure out my next move. It was wonderful to get his input and for him to take the time to talk about this. Then, he called me a couple hours later and gave me a company that he felt would be fair to do the attic restoration. Again, he had nothing to gain. He didn’t need to do that but clearly a great business man that cares about people. He went out of his way twice to help me. I would highly recommend this company and wish I lived in Illinois so I could be a client of his. I’d give 20 stars if I could. Thank you Mario!read more

What a great company! They actually have the customers best interest at heart! U.S. Wildlife Removal Service helped us get rid of squirrels in our attic from our home in Lake Forest IL. I had a ton of questions and Mario was more than happy to answer all my questions and put my mind at ease! Today we are squirrel free! He even offered advice and tips on how to prevent squirrels from getting back into our home! I would definitely recommend friends and family to U.S. wildlife removal services!read more

I’m more than happy with the service, Mario went above and beyond to remove an opossum from my crawl space. He took the time to explain how they think, what they usually do all the details. I’m very happy, couldn’t go any better. Thank youread more

WOW this man spent a super long time helping me with a skunk issue. I refuse to have skunks trapped because the environment needs these critters but my neighbors keep complaining about skunks in my yard so I’m trying to simply chase away the skunks. This man gave me so many tips and tricks and helped calm me down from being so upset over this. Really awesome guy I highly recommend his services.read more

Mario is a true professional. He has helped me remove skunks that we’re living under my porch and has been extremely helpful in explaining how to prevent this situation in the future. I would highly recommend him!!!read more